Yes. The included vacuum bags are designed to be opened, resealed, and vacuumed multiple times, rather than thrown away after a single use. They use a double-zipper closure and vacuum valve to maintain the seal while still letting you open the bag whenever you need something and vacuum it again afterward.

Like any reusable food-storage bag, lifespan depends on how it’s used. Sharp foods, very fatty foods, frequent freezing, and aggressive washing can cause faster wear over time. For the longest life, avoid overfilling the bags, keep the zipper and valve clean, and make sure the bag is completely dry before vacuum sealing.

For everyday foods like produce, cheese, leftovers, meal prep and bulk purchases, the idea is simple: use the food, clean the bag, refill it, and seal it again—instead of cutting and throwing away a new vacuum bag every time.

This is the #1 way competing sealers die; and we engineered around it.

Liquids and moisture are one of the biggest problems for ordinary handheld vacuum sealers, because suction can pull juices out of the bag and toward the motor. Hausware was designed specifically to give that moisture somewhere to go before it travels farther into the device.

The transparent removable drip cup at the bottom of the sealer catches juices and condensation that get pulled up during vacuuming. If moisture enters the cup, simply stop sealing, remove the cup, empty and clean it, then reattach it once dry. This makes the system much better suited to everyday foods that naturally contain moisture, such as meat, vegetables and leftovers.

The drip cup is protection, however—not an invitation to vacuum loose liquids directly into the machine. For very wet foods, keep excess liquid away from the valve and stop the vacuum if the cup begins filling. The goal is to protect the sealer from the exact moisture that can shorten the life of simpler handheld designs.

Hausware is designed to remove most of the setup associated with traditional countertop vacuum sealers. For bags, place your food inside, close the double zipper completely, position the Vacuum Sealer Pro over the bag’s valve, and press the button. The sealer pulls the air out through the valve; once you’re satisfied with the vacuum, stop the sealer and your food is ready to store.

The same device can also be used beyond bags. Attach the appropriate compatible accessory to vacuum seal containers or mason jars, or use the included bottle stoppers to help preserve an opened bottle. You don’t need to cut rolls, measure bags, heat-seal an edge, or keep a large machine permanently on the counter.

For the strongest seal, make sure the bag zipper is fully closed, the valve and sealing area are clean, and the sealer is positioned correctly over the valve. Once you’ve done it a couple of times, the process is simply: fill, close, vacuum, store.

Q: How is Hausware different from other handheld vacuum sealers?

A: Hausware was designed around the problems that make many handheld sealers frustrating over time. Instead of an all-plastic exterior, the Vacuum Sealer Pro uses an aluminum body, delivers 65 kPa of suction, and includes a removable drip cup to help catch moisture before it travels farther into the device. It’s also powered by a rechargeable 1800mAh battery and charges by USB-C.

The other major difference is versatility. You’re not buying a device that only works with vacuum bags. The Hausware system is designed for reusable bags, compatible containers, mason jars, and bottles, with the Pro Kit including the accessories you need for several of those uses. The goal is simple: one compact food-preservation system you can actually keep within reach and use every day.  

Q: How long does food actually stay fresh when vacuum sealed?

A: There isn’t one honest number that applies to every food. How long something stays fresh depends on the food itself, how fresh it was when sealed, whether it’s refrigerated or frozen, storage temperature, cleanliness, and how well the vacuum seal is maintained.

What vacuum sealing does is remove much of the surrounding air that contributes to oxidation and quality loss, helping many foods maintain their freshness and quality longer than conventional storage. Hausware positions its vacuum-storage system as capable of extending freshness by up to 3–5× for suitable foods and storage conditions, but that should be treated as a maximum rather than a guaranteed lifespan for everything you seal.  

Vacuum sealing also does not replace proper refrigeration, freezing, or normal food-safety practices. Perishable foods still need to be stored at safe temperatures.

Q: What foods can I vacuum seal?

A: The Vacuum Sealer Pro can be used with a wide range of everyday foods, including meat, poultry, fish, cheese, produce, leftovers, meal-prep ingredients, dry goods, coffee, nuts, and bulk purchases. You can portion a family pack of meat before freezing, reseal cheese after opening it, organize meal prep for the week, or protect pantry ingredients from unnecessary exposure to air.

Because Hausware works across bags, compatible containers, mason jars, and bottles, you can also choose the storage method that makes the most sense for the food rather than forcing everything into a bag.

Keep in mind that vacuum sealing is a storage method, not a sterilization method. Foods that normally require refrigeration or freezing still require refrigeration or freezing after being vacuum sealed.

Q: How long does the battery last, and how do I recharge it?

A: The Vacuum Sealer Pro has a built-in 1800mAh rechargeable battery, so you can use it without keeping it plugged into the wall or dragging a cord across the counter. When it needs power, simply recharge it using the included USB-C charging cable.

Battery life between charges will vary depending on how frequently you seal, how long each vacuum cycle runs, and how much air needs to be removed. We deliberately wouldn’t promise a fixed number of seals per charge unless we have validated testing for that exact claim. The important practical advantage is that the sealer is cordless during use, rechargeable, and designed to be grabbed whenever you need it rather than permanently occupying counter space. Hausware’s current site also confirms USB-C charging.  

Q: Do I have to use Hausware bags, or can I use other vacuum bags?

A: The Vacuum Sealer Pro is designed around valved vacuum bags that allow a handheld sealer to extract air through the valve. Traditional countertop vacuum-sealer rolls that require the machine to heat-seal an open edge work differently and should not be assumed to be compatible.

For the most reliable fit and seal, we recommend using Hausware reusable bags because they’re designed to work with the system. If you want to use a third-party bag, it needs to have a compatible handheld vacuum valve and closure system. Compatibility can vary between brands, so we can’t guarantee that every generic vacuum bag will work correctly simply because it’s marketed as a “vacuum bag.”

Q: Can I vacuum seal raw meat and other moist foods?

A: Yes. Foods like raw meat, poultry, fish, marinated foods, and other moisture-containing ingredients are exactly where the Vacuum Sealer Pro’s removable drip cup becomes useful. During vacuuming, suction can pull juices and condensation toward the device. The drip cup is designed to catch that moisture before it travels farther into the sealer.

For very wet foods, remove excessive liquid before sealing, keep the valve area as clean and dry as possible, and stop the vacuum if you see significant liquid being pulled toward the device. The drip cup provides an added layer of protection, but the sealer is not designed to vacuum loose liquids directly through the motor.

And remember: vacuum sealing raw meat does not make it shelf-stable. Raw meat should still be refrigerated or frozen according to normal food-safety guidelines.

Q: What if I’m not satisfied with my Vacuum Sealer Pro?

A: Your purchase is covered by Hausware’s 60-day return window, beginning from the date your order is delivered. If you’re not satisfied, contact Hausware within that period and the support team will guide you through the return process.

There are conditions attached to standard returns—including requirements regarding the item’s condition, packaging, components, and return authorization—so we recommend reviewing the full return policy before sending anything back. If your product arrives damaged or defective, contact Hausware promptly, as those claims have a separate reporting window.  

Q: What does the 2-year warranty cover?

A: Your Vacuum Sealer Pro is advertised with a 2-year warranty, giving you additional protection beyond the initial return period. The purpose is to give you confidence that you’re investing in a kitchen tool intended for regular use—not something you’re expected to replace after a few months.